Phoenix roebelenii

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Pygmy Date Palm, Roebelin Palm

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/George/Jacobs

 

Description

This tree will grow to about 10' tall and has dark green, spiny petiole foliage. It does well in full sun to heavy shade; it likes moderate to heavy irrigation, but can take periods of dryness.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Palm

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

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Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

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Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Swimming Pool

 

Special Uses

Container

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.